Junior Buyer

Job Type
Full-time
Description
SUMMARY:
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for purchasing material using our MRP system for parts, equipment, and service to support the organizational requirements and needs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase material using MRP
• Mainly bar stock, billets and sheet metal
• Establish best order quantities based on demand and forecast
• Update open purchase orders in the company's MRP system as needed to revise delivery dates, part revisions, or any other changes necessary to keep the information current
• Proactively manages vendors with regular follow-up on open orders, ensuring on-time delivery and quality of material
• Negotiates best conditions: Price, Lead Time, Quality, shipping costs all being considered
• Develop positive relationships and effective communications with existing supplier base
• Assist the organization in other areas to improve overall company efficiency
• Works closely with suppliers on cost savings opportunity based on part dimensioning, surface finish and material type
• Other duties as assigned
• It is every employee's responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality and Environmental Process of the Company

• 2+ years Purchasing experience
• Prior use in using an MRP system to make purchases
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings
• Prior Experience working with Machine Shops is a plus
• Associates degree from a two-year college or applicable experience.

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP and computer inventory systems
• Proficient with computer based programs such as Excel, Word, Access, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively interdepartmentally and externally with vendors and subcontractors in day to day decisions